SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: L’Angela Lee, the founder of Honeysuckle Moon, a

skincare and wellness company. She discusses her entrepreneurial journey,

including challenges she faced as an African American business owner, how

she overcame obstacles, and her thoughts on succession planning and

inspiring the next generation. The interview focuses on Elangela’s experience

building her business and her involvement with the Russell Innovation

Center for Entrepreneurs.

SYNOPSIS OF INTERVIEW: Ivana Oli, co-founder of Beautiful Curly Me, a

company that makes dolls, books, and other products aimed at boosting the

confidence and self-esteem of young black girls. It details how the company

was started by Oli’s daughter Zoe when she was 6 years old because she

wanted dolls that looked like her, and how the business has grown from that

original idea. Oli shares insights into challenges they faced as a startup, the

importance of community, and their goals to impact millions of girls globally.